Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. Within our construct business, we harness a unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. Our values shape the way we construct and define the people we want to join us on our journey: Safety first - Going home safe and well, Client focus - Deliver on our promise, Integrity - Always do the right thing, Create opportunity - For our people to excel.

As Business Unit Commissioning Lead for Data Centres, you will be accountable for the delivery of MEP services on projects to agreed outcomes for time, budget, safety and quality. You will lead the delivery of high-quality, time-efficient and profitable projects while providing leadership and accountability for compliance, governance, assurance and management of technical and construction teams.

Your responsibilities will include leading the MEP team, managing programme, health, safety & wellbeing, quality and commissioning, and building strong relationships with clients, consultants, trade contractors and other stakeholders. You will lead MEP involvement in tendering, procurement strategies, contract reviews, budget preparation, value engineering and commercial support throughout the project lifecycle.

You will define and execute strategic project plans aligned with Mace’s operating framework and priorities such as Prefabrication (C2P), Commissioning and Safety. You will oversee design reviews for compliance, coordination and completeness, including embodied carbon and operational energy considerations. You will implement commissioning strategies in line with Mace standards, manage productivity assessments using digital technologies, support project close out activities and ensure continuous improvement through lessons learned.

Managing large teams of senior direct reports, you will demonstrate effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery, champion continuous improvement, deliver performance management, technical development and coaching. You will work collaboratively towards net zero carbon transition and proactively manage associated carbon emissions and reductions during project delivery.

Experience
- Advanced knowledge of engineering systems including design standards, installation techniques, prefabrication and commissioning requirements.
- Advanced understanding of construction build elements, sequencing and dependencies.
- Advanced knowledge of planning processes, critical path, scheduling and commissioning activities.
- Advanced commercial management skills including procurement, change control, risk mitigation and forecasting.
- Advanced knowledge of health, safety & welfare core elements relevant to construction projects.
- Advanced knowledge of Quality Assurance processes and commissioning of integrated systems.
- Proven ability to manage large project teams and multiple concurrent projects.
- Experience delivering projects with MEP values exceeding £50M.
- Demonstrated track record of successful project delivery.
- Proficiency in building services or specified engineering discipline.
- Effective stakeholder management and strong presentation skills.
- Strong communication, analytical, innovative and adaptable skills.
- Collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
- Ability to lead under pressure, set clear objectives and motivate teams.
- Efficient resource and workload management.
- Ability to establish partnerships and influence others.

About you
You are a visible and reliable leader who maintains composure in pressurised situations, makes decisive decisions and provides clear direction. You understand team strengths and weaknesses and allocate workload accordingly. You take ownership of challenges and resolve problems efficiently. You embrace innovation and new ways of working, and you are committed to delivering excellence while supporting a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability.

Qualifications
- Trade/Technical apprenticeship or Graduate development programme.
- Formal Engineering training (HNC, HND, BTEC or equivalent).
- SMSTS and CSCS card.
- Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent; master’s degree in engineering is advantageous.
- Professional accreditation with CIBSE, IET, IMechE, SoPHE or similar is desirable.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates. We encourage applications even if you do not meet all criteria, as you may be suitable for this or other roles. Flexible working options may be considered where appropriate.